I don't really know Vera Bradley as to tp the pattern. I got this as a gift and never used it. It is approximately 7"x7" bucket? style. It has one pocket on the front of the purse, with a zipper, one on the inside with a zipper,and two other pockets sewn in.
Smoke free home, yes although I smoke, never in the house. I have 2 indoor cats...cant say that they have/haven't been near it. It has been in a storage box in my closet...